Arizona State Upsets Texas Tech at Home
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 11:10 PM ET · Desert Financial Arena
Arizona State Sun Devils 72, Texas Tech Red Raiders 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
Arizona State Sun Devils beat Texas Tech Red Raiders 72-67 at Desert Financial Arena on February 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
Texas Tech Red Raiders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The underdog won.
In a surprising turn of events, the Arizona State Sun Devils defeated the Texas Tech Red Raiders 72-67 at the Desert Financial Arena. This victory marks a significant achievement for Arizona State, who had struggled in their recent games, holding a home record of 14-12 prior to this matchup. The win also snapped a two-game losing streak against Texas Tech, who had previously beaten them in both of their last meetings during the 2025 season.
The Sun Devils entered the game with a mixed recent form, having gone 4-6 in their last ten games, and were on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Oklahoma State Cowboys 85-76. In those ten games, they averaged 76.3 points while allowing 80.2 points per game, indicating a defensive vulnerability. At home, they had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, scoring an average of 75.2 points and allowing 76.6 points.
On the other hand, Texas Tech came into the game with a strong record of 19-7 and was riding a three-game winning streak, having recently secured victories against the Arizona Wildcats (78-75), Colorado Buffaloes (78-44), and West Virginia Mountaineers (70-63). The Red Raiders averaged 79.4 points while allowing 70.9 points in their last ten games. Their away record was also solid, standing at 4-1 in their last five away games.
The betting lines provided by DraftKings indicated Texas Tech as a 7.5-point favorite, with a total set at 156.5. The moneyline showed Arizona State at +295 and Texas Tech at -375, reflecting the market's confidence in the Red Raiders prior to the game.
In terms of previous encounters, this matchup was notable given that Arizona State had lost to Texas Tech in both of their earlier meetings in the 2025 season, with scores of 57-85 and 106-111. This added an extra layer of intrigue as the Sun Devils sought to break their streak of losses against a formidable opponent.
Injury reports were not specified in the block, leaving the focus solely on the performances of the players on the court. The conditions in the arena were conducive to a competitive game, with both teams looking to assert their style of play.
As the game progressed, Arizona State managed to maintain a narrow lead, showcasing their resilience and determination. Key moments included a pivotal three-point jumper by Jaylen Petty, which helped Arizona State extend their lead in the second half. Christian Anderson also played a crucial role, contributing with free throws and a driving layup that kept the pressure on Texas Tech.
The final moments of the game saw Arizona State effectively manage their lead, capitalizing on free throws to secure their victory. The Sun Devils' ability to hold off Texas Tech's late-game efforts was a testament to their improved performance, particularly on the defensive end, which had been a concern in their recent outings.
This win not only boosts Arizona State's confidence but also alters the dynamics in the league as they look to build on this success moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TTU -7.5 | 156.5 o -112 / u -108 | Texas Tech Red Raiders -375 · Arizona State Sun Devils +295 |
Leaders
- PointsMaurice Odum23Arizona State Sun Devils
- AssistsNoah Meeusen6Arizona State Sun Devils
- ReboundsSantiago Trouet6Arizona State Sun Devils
- PointsJT Toppin20Texas Tech Red Raiders
- AssistsChristian Anderson6Texas Tech Red Raiders
- ReboundsJT Toppin8Texas Tech Red Raiders
Recent form
Arizona State Sun Devils
Last 10: 4-6Streak W176.3 scored · 80.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W85-76vs Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 11
- L70-78at Colorado BuffaloesFeb 8
- W71-63at Utah UtesFeb 5
- L74-87vs Arizona WildcatsJan 31
- L76-79at UCF KnightsJan 28
- W82-68vs Cincinnati BearcatsJan 25
- L63-75vs West Virginia MountaineersJan 22
- L73-103at Houston CougarsJan 18
- L82-89at Arizona WildcatsJan 15
- W87-84vs Kansas State WildcatsJan 10
Texas Tech Red Raiders
Last 10: 8-2Streak W379.4 scored · 70.9 allowed per game4-1 away
- W78-75at Arizona WildcatsFeb 14
- W78-44vs Colorado BuffaloesFeb 12
- W70-63at West Virginia MountaineersFeb 8
- L61-64vs Kansas JayhawksFeb 3
- L80-88at UCF KnightsJan 31
- W90-86vs Houston CougarsJan 24
- W92-73at Baylor BearsJan 21
- W84-71vs BYU CougarsJan 18
- W88-74vs Utah UtesJan 15
- W73-71at Colorado BuffaloesJan 11
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Texas Tech Red Raiders | Arizona State Sun Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-54 | 26-59 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 9-22 | 7-18 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 39 |
| Free throws | 10-13 | 13-17 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 21 |
| Assists | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 4 | 9 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 42 | 49 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half36-32Noah Meeusen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Anthony Johnson assists)
- 1st Half36-34Andrija Grbović makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half36-37Massamba Diop makes 25-foot three point jumper (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half36-39Massamba Diop makes 11-foot jumper (Santiago Trouet assists)
- 2nd Half39-39Donovan Atwell makes 26-foot three point jumper (JT Toppin assists)
- 2nd Half39-41Santiago Trouet makes 9-foot hook shot (Massamba Diop assists)
- 2nd Half41-41JT Toppin makes layup
- 2nd Half42-41JT Toppin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-42Allen Mukeba makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-42JT Toppin makes 4-foot turnaround jump shot (Christian Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half44-45Noah Meeusen makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half44-47Santiago Trouet makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-47Donovan Atwell makes 24-foot three point jumper (LeJuan Watts assists)
- 2nd Half47-49Massamba Diop makes 17-foot jumper (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half47-52Maurice Odum makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half47-53Maurice Odum makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half47-54Maurice Odum makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half47-55Maurice Odum makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half47-57Anthony Johnson makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half49-57JT Toppin makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Christian Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half51-57JT Toppin makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half51-59Santiago Trouet makes layup (Noah Meeusen assists)
- 2nd Half54-59Christian Anderson makes 30-foot three point jumper (JT Toppin assists)
- 2nd Half55-59JT Toppin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-59JT Toppin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-60Santiago Trouet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-61Santiago Trouet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-62Massamba Diop makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Santiago Trouet makes layup (Massamba Diop assists)
- 2nd Half56-67Maurice Odum makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half59-67Christian Anderson makes 27-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half59-69Maurice Odum makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-69Jaylen Petty makes 23-foot three point jumper (Christian Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half63-69Christian Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-69Christian Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-69Jaylen Petty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-69Christian Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-70Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-71Maurice Odum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-72Maurice Odum makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Arizona State Sun Devils, below favours Texas Tech Red Raiders.
Venue
- Desert Financial ArenaTempe, AZ
- Attendance6874
- OfficialsBret Smith, Tony Padilla, Doug Sirmons
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